Artwork
Flight into Egypt: Joseph Pausing to Gaze at the Infant Christ
Flight into Egypt: Joseph Pausing to Gaze at the Infant Christ is a print by the Baroque artist Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo. It dates from 1752 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Flight into Egypt: Joseph Pausing to Gaze at the Infant Christ is a 1752 print by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, an Italian artist known for his etchings. The work, part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, depicts a pivotal religious scene with characteristic expressive lines.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates a moment from the Flight into Egypt, focusing on Joseph's protective and contemplative gesture towards the Infant Christ and the Virgin, conveying both tension and tenderness amidst the journey.
Technique & Style
Tiepolo employed quick, sketchy lines to evoke movement and drama, characteristic of the expressive qualities associated with the Baroque tradition, although his style often leaned towards a lighter, more intimate interpretation.
History & Provenance
Created in 1752 by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, son of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, the print is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, with no detailed provenance provided in the available information.
Context
While the Baroque style emphasized dramatic motion and emotion, Tiepolo's interpretation in this print balances tension with a sense of gentle, personal moment, reflecting his individual approach within the broader artistic currents of 18th-century Italy.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo (August 30, 1727 – March 3, 1804) was an Italian painter and printmaker in etching. He was the son of artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and elder brother of Lorenzo Baldissera Tiepolo.
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